Wall Street analysts expect millions of job losses as the coronavirus brings the economy to a screeching halt. Source
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Single mom struggles to make ends meet amid coronavirus crisis
It is estimated that nearly one in four U.S. workers do not have access to paid sick leave, and nearly 60% live paycheck-to-paycheck. As the coronavirus pandemic stretches on and takes a toll on U.S. businesses across the country, these same Americans worry about what it could mean for their financial safety. Adriana Diaz speaks to one single mother working at McDonald’s to see how she has had to shift her life amid the pandemic. Source
China reports no new local coronavirus cases for 1st time
The claim appears to be a good sign in the fight against the virus. Source
Think you have coronavirus symptoms? Here’s what to do
The three most common symptoms to look out for are fever, a dry cough and shortness of breath. Source
Conservative lawyer sues Chinese government over coronavirus outbreak
Larry Klayman is seeking at least $20 trillion from China over the coronavirus outbreak. Source
Khan Academy founder shares advice for parents teaching kids from home
With the coronavirus pandemic forcing schools in at least 39 states to close, over 42 million school-aged children and their teachers are trying to adapt to online classes and video chats being the new normal. Many parents find themselves teaching their kids on their own, without much support. Khan Academy founder Salman Khan joins “CBS This Morning” to talk about how parents and educators can try and keep up schooling. Source
Meals on Wheels makes sure people stay fed amid coronavirus
With the CDC’s warning that people 65 and older are most vulnerable to the coronavirus, older Americans, even those facing food insecurity, have been encouraged to stay home and self-quarantine. Non-profit Meals on Wheels has set out to make sure those vulnerable to hunger are staying fed, with more than 5,000 chapters around the country. Mireya Villarreal follows Meals on Wheels volunteers during their effort to keep helping people amid the coronavirus pandemic. Source
Trump criticized for calling coronavirus “Chinese virus”
Despite calls to avoid racial labeling, Mr. Trump has repeatedly referred to COVID-19 as the “Chinese virus.” Source
What restaurants say you can do to help
CBS News spoke to restaurant owners and servers at some of New York’s best restaurants about what guests can do to help their favorite establishments. Source
Gyms get creative to keep clients healthy amid pandemic
The coronavirus has forced business closures throughout the country, including gyms and fitness studios. Some are offering clients creative alternatives to stay healthy, like online classes. Danya Bacchus speaks to a family that owns a fitness studio about what they are doing to keep their clients in shape and business afloat. Source